JOB ID: SW11083258

Position: EEG Tech - Neurology

Shift Schedule:AM (06:00 - 17:30)

16 hrs / Day

Location: Upland,CA, 90262

Job Type:Per Diem - Non Clinical

Start date: 12/23/2024

Pay: 30$-35$.

Job Title: EEG Technician (On-Call Required) Department: Neurology/Diagnostic Services Reports To: Lead EEG Technician/Neurology Department Manager

Position Summary:

The EEG Technician is responsible for performing routine and specialized electroencephalographic (EEG) studies under the direction of a physician. The role includes preparing patients, operating EEG equipment, ensuring accurate data collection, and assisting in the interpretation of results. The position requires availability for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate emergency and after-hours procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Electroencephalographic Testing:

Prepare and position patients for EEG studies, ensuring comfort and compliance.

Attach electrodes and operate EEG recording equipment to obtain high-quality tracings.

Perform routine EEGs, long-term monitoring, and specialized tests as directed.

Respond to requests for STAT and emergency EEG studies during on-call shifts.

Patient Care:

Educate patients and families about the procedure to alleviate anxiety.

Monitor patient safety throughout the testing process.

Recognize and respond to adverse patient reactions promptly.

Data Management:

Document procedures, observations, and patient responses accurately in medical records.

Review and mark data for physician interpretation.

Ensure data confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Equipment Maintenance:

Maintain and calibrate EEG equipment regularly.

Troubleshoot equipment issues and report malfunctions.

On-Call Duties:

Be available to respond to on-call emergencies promptly within the required response time.

Communicate effectively with staff to coordinate urgent procedures.

Collaboration and Compliance:

Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Adhere to departmental protocols, policies, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Completion of an accredited EEG or neurodiagnostic technology program preferred.

Experience:

At least one year of experience as an EEG Technician or in a related role preferred.

Familiarity with a range of EEG procedures and techniques.

Licensure/Certification:

Certification by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) preferred.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Skills:

Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently during on-call shifts.

Working Conditions:

Hospital or clinical environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Extended periods of standing and occasional lifting of patients or equipment.

Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as part of the on-call requirement.

Precision Scans is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to cultural diversity. Precision Scans will provide equal consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.